ATI LPN
ATI LPN Fundamental Exam Questions
Question 1 of 5
What type of wound heals by delaying the suturing until the infection is resolved?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Tertiary intention delays suturing until infection clears, allowing controlled closure.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse reminds the 85-year-old patient that his healing will be slower due to age-related changes such as: (Select all that apply)
Correct Answer: A,B,E
Rationale: A: Reduces blood flow. B: Limits oxygen delivery. E: Slows cellular repair. Immunity decreases with age (not
D), and blood factors don't increase (
C).
Question 3 of 5
What safety factors should be considered when using an Aquathermia pad unit for a patient? (Select all that apply)
Correct Answer: A,C
Rationale: A: Ensures electrical safety. C: Prevents burns from prolonged pressure. Lying on the pad (
D) increases burn risk.
Question 4 of 5
Many factors aid in healing. You can assist the patient in improving their healing ability by encouraging the following (Select all that apply):
Correct Answer: A,B,C,E
Rationale: A: Reduces infection risk. B: Supports tissue repair. C: Minimizes tension on the wound. E: Oxygen aids healing. 4000 mL (
D) is excessive unless specified.
Question 5 of 5
Because the patient with an abdominal dressing requires frequent dressing changes, and the abdomen is beginning to show skin irritation from repeated tape removal, the nurse would change the dressing procedure in order to use:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Montgomery straps allow frequent dressing changes without removing tape from the skin, reducing irritation.